Lenox Thai

1217 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10065
Thai
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Lenox Thai has been inspected three times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Lenox Thai trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
61
Aug 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
74
Apr 29, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lenox Thai last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lenox Thai on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lenox Thai?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lenox Thai.

How does Lenox Thai compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Lenox Thai most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Lenox Thai's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lenox Thai have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lenox Thai means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Lenox Thai inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lenox Thai is inspected around two times per year on average.